## BIO
| **Matthew Berg** |
| Highly talented and enthusiastic developer with the ability to adapt to new technologies and industry standards. |
| **Technical Expertise** |
| **Languages** | VB, VB.NET, C++, SQL, JavaScript, VBScript, ASP, HTML, PHP, XML, C# |
| **Databases** | MS SQL Server, MySQL, MS-Access |
| **Frameworks** | COM, MFC |
| **APIs** | Win32API |
| **Concepts** | OOA/OOD/OOP (UML), Networking |
| **Systems** | Windows 2000 Pro and Server, Windows XP Pro, Redhat Linux, |
| **Software** | Microsoft Visual Studio 6.0, Microsoft Visual Studio .NET, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Office 2000, Microsoft ISA Server 2000, Microsoft SQL Server 2000, Outlook 2000, FrontPage 2000, Access 2000, FTP, Telnet, Ping Utilities, Norton Anti-Virus, Norton Ghost, IIS, Macromedia Flash 5.0, Adobe PhotoShop, Macromedia DreamWeaver |
| **Networking** | TCP/IP, VPN, RAS, DNS, DHCP |
| **Professional Experience** |
| **Contract Programmer: 2003 – Present**
Freelancer for several clients during a one-year tenure as a contract programmer. Frequently requested to develop or maintain web based applications or websites. Recognized for consistently meeting project goals, adhering to budgets and timelines, and delivering high levels of customer satisfaction. Major projects included:
*** Online Support System:** Helped design and develop an online support system for windows based operating systems. (OLSSTech, Edmonton Alberta, 2003)
*** Dating Service Website:** Developed all the major functionality of the website including the database and online chat. (Element44/LuvClix, Edmonton Alberta, 2003)
*** Small Business Website:** Designed and implemented an online presence for a small writing company. (PaperXperts, Edmonton Alberta, 2004)
**Goliath Systems, Edmonton Alberta: 2003 – Present
Owner and Network Administrator**
Owner and Network administrator of a very small online company that provides hosting services to global customers.
***** Responsible for the maintenance and administration of the company's network and Linux servers
***** Design and update company’s website, using PHP, HTML, JavaScript, Flash, and CSS while ensuring that all pages are cross-browser and cross-platform compatible.
***** Responsible for all the major functionality of the business, such as: Technical Support, and network administration.
**·** Designed, implemented, and optimized the company's database for customer data and billing information.
***** Designed and built the company's network infrastructure |
| **Education** |
| **The Northern Alberta Institute Of Technology** | |
| **Edmonton, Alberta: 2001-2003**
Diploma in Computer Systems Technology
*****Graduated with honors |
| **ME LaZerte Composite High School** | |
| **Edmonton, Alberta: 1998-2001**
High school diploma |
| **Additional Information** |
*****Currently working towards a Linux administration certificate.
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## Area of Expertise
| **Languages** | VB, VB.NET, C++, SQL, JavaScript, VBScript, ASP, HTML, PHP, XML, C# |
| **Databases** | MS SQL Server 7.0, MySQL, MS-Access |
| **Frameworks** | COM, MFC |
| **APIs** | Win32API |
| **Concepts** | OOA/OOD/OOP (UML), Networking |
| **Systems** | Windows 2000 Pro and Server, Windows XP Pro, Redhat Linux, |
| **Software** | Microsoft Visual Studio 6.0, Microsoft Visual Studio .NET, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Office 2000, Microsoft ISA Server 2000, Microsoft SQL Server 2000, Outlook 2000, FrontPage 2000, Access 2000, FTP, Telnet, Ping Utilities, Norton Anti-Virus, Norton Ghost, IIS, Macromedia Flash 5.0, Adobe PhotoShop, Macromedia DreamWeaver |
| **Networking** | TCP/IP, VPN, RAS, DNS, DHCP |